BILL ANALYSIS
By: Bohac
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE
Under current law, a junked vehicle is a public nuisance punishable by a fine not to exceed $200. Because of the minimal consequences, many unsightly vehicles fitting this description are left in parking lots and neighborhood streets. This bill would raise the penalty for a junked vehicle offense to a Class C misdemeanor, punishable by a fine by a fine not to exceed $500.
RULEMAKING AUTHORITY
It is the committee's opinion that this bill does not expressly grant any additional rulemaking authority to a state officer, department, agency, or institution.
ANALYSIS
This bill amends Section 683.073 (b) of Transportation Code, increasing the criminal penalty for a junked vehicle offense to a Class C misdemeanor.
EFFECTIVE DATE
September 1, 2005.